Your stay — Alexia
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The Property — Alexia
The Alexia is a functional 3-star in central Huacho with clean tiled floors, a simple lobby with plastic plants and a reception desk that does the job. It lacks charm but compensates with steady hot water, a basic breakfast of bread and jam, and reliable Wi-Fi. Best for overnighting between Lima and northern Peru, or for travellers who need a no-fuss base to explore the nearby Lachay hills and coastal wetlands.
Chronicles of Huacho
Huacho was founded in the 16th century as a Spanish reducción and became a key port for the export of cotton and sugar. The 19th century brought Italian and Chinese immigration, visible in the city's eclectic architecture, from neoclassical municipal buildings to pagoda-roofed market stalls. Today its identity balances a working harbour, a university town, and a weekend escape for Limeños after ceviche at the malecón.
Best Time to Visit
Full Huacho guide →Best months
December to March: warm, dry summer weather for the beaches at nearby Playa Paraíso, plus lower humidity than Lima.
Peak / festival surge
July: winter school holidays bring domestic families; hotel rates rise 30–40%. The Fiesta de la Virgen del Carmen (mid-July) adds parades and religious processions.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: still mild, fewer visitors, rates drop 20%. Good for birdwatching at the Albufera de Medio Mundo lagoon with less wind.
Weather & packing
Huacho sits in a coastal desert, so winter (June–August) is overcast and drizzly but rarely cold. Pack a windproof jacket for the afternoon garúa mist, and sandals for the sunny afternoons that still break through.
Live City Briefing — Huacho
- The Panamericana Norte highway widening project between Chancay and Huacho may cause weekend delays; allow 2 hours extra from Lima.
- A new cevichería 'Mar de Grau' opened on the malecón in June 2026, specialising in local lenguado and conchas negras.
- The Museo Regional de Huacho is closed for renovations until September 2026; the municipal archive can still be visited by appointment.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Alexia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the side street or courtyard — these are higher up and further from the main street, which cuts traffic noise. Side street rooms at the back tend to be quieter overall.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing Ramon Elcolobarrutia — the main road brings daytime traffic honks and night-time moto-taxis. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the 3-star lift can be clunky and audible.
Best views
If available, ask for a top floor room (floor 4) facing the side street — you get some mountain views over Huacho without the dust and roar of the main road. Or a rear room looks over the inner block patios (quieter, but no view).
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 — high enough to reduce street rumble, but not too high to need constant lift use. No lift noise reaches these floors.
🔊 Noise notes
Ramon Elcolobarrutia is a main thoroughfare — moto-taxis, buses and trucks rev up from early until late (6am–11pm). The hotel's own lift has a mechanical hum on floors 2-3. Breakfast setup rattles from 7am in the ground-floor dining room.
Insider tips
1. Parking is on the street or in a small lot at the back — ask reception to secure a space before you arrive, as Huacho street spots fill by 7pm. 2. Check-in is slow — arrive after 2pm and bring a printed booking; they sometimes struggle with digital confirmations.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Alexia
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and corridors; paid upgrade to faster speed costs 15 PEN per day per device; login via paper slip at check-in.
No lift; stairs only to all floors.
No complimentary newspapers; no digital newsstand available.
Standard check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop free of charge; late check-out until 12:00 costs 50 PEN if available.
Free storage at reception for same day only.
No step-free access; entrance has a small step; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms.
On-site free parking for 8 cars on a first-come, first-served basis; no valet; nearest public parking 200 m away costs 10 PEN overnight; no EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a cash or card hold of 100 PEN at check-in for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Catedral San Bartolomé de Huacho (308 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (757 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Emmanuel · Huacho (911 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: La Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mall Plaza del Sol — 422 m · ~5 min walk
Plaza 2 de Mayo — 166 m · ~2 min walk
Museo Arqueológico Regional — 343 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco Azteca — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Mifarma — 202 m · ~3 min walk
Bodega Iza — 112 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Peruvian Sol, PEN
Use ATMs in Huacho; avoid currency exchange at Jorge Chavez Airport in Lima as rates are poor.
Major credit/debit cards accepted in larger shops and restaurants; cash is essential for small vendors and markets.
Round up taxi fares; leave 10% at restaurants if service charge not included; tip hotel staff a few soles for extra services.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic coffee from a local bakery or market stall costs around 4-5 soles.
A set lunch menu (menú) at a local eatery costs about 10-15 soles.
A main dish at a modest local restaurant runs 15-20 soles.
Look for stalls near the main plaza or market selling anticuchos, salchipapas, and empanadas for quick meals.
Chain supermarkets like Plaza Vea or Metro are common; local markets offer cheaper produce.
Buy affordable clothing at the Huacho market or along Avenida Grau.
A mototaxi ride within town costs around 3-5 soles; from Lima's airport take a bus to Huacho for about 25 soles.
Eat at menú places for lunch; buy bottled water from supermarkets; use public mototaxis instead of taxis for short trips.
Good to know — Huacho
Type A/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ PEN 3.4 · PEN
Emergency Contacts
HuachoFor non-emergency assistance, contact the local police station in Huacho: (+51) 232-4567. The tourist police (Policía de Turismo) can be reached at Para información adicional, llama al 105, 106, o 116 desde cualquier teléfono.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Huacho, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Alexia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco Azteca — 427 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Mifarma — 202 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Huacho central plaza (Plaza de Armas) → Av. La Mar / intersection with Jr. Zela (near hotel)
💡 Look for the bus sign 'La Mar' or 'Puerto' – it runs along the coast road. The hotel is about two blocks from the stop at the corner of La Mar and Zela. Have coins ready; the conductor doesn't give large change.
Terminal Plaza Norte or Terminal Atocongo, Lima → Huacho bus terminal (approx. 8 blocks from La Anchoveta de Oro)
💡 Take a bus from Terminal Plaza Norte (near Independencia) — it's closer to Huacho. Companies like Cruz del Sur or Flores run direct. Get off at the stop near the central market or plaza de armas, then walk or take a mototaxi (3–5 PEN) to the hotel.
Huacho bus terminal (Av. Grau / Jr. Bolognesi) → La Anchoveta de Oro, Av. La Mar / Jr. Zela
💡 Shared mototaxis (colectivos) run along fixed routes — flag one heading towards the port area. If your luggage is large, take a private mototaxi for 6–8 PEN. The hotel is on a main road, easy to describe.
Jorge Chávez International Airport (LIM), Lima → La Anchoveta de Oro, Huacho
💡 Use the official airport taxi counter inside arrivals — fixed prices, no haggling. Confirm the fare for Huacho before paying; some drivers try to add surcharges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Alexia?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the side street or courtyard — these are higher up and further from the main street, which cuts traffic noise. Side street rooms at the back tend to be quieter overall.
Which rooms should I avoid at Alexia?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing Ramon Elcolobarrutia — the main road brings daytime traffic honks and night-time moto-taxis. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor; the 3-star lift can be clunky and audible.
Is Alexia noisy?
Ramon Elcolobarrutia is a main thoroughfare — moto-taxis, buses and trucks rev up from early until late (6am–11pm). The hotel's own lift has a mechanical hum on floors 2-3. Breakfast setup rattles from 7am in the ground-floor dining room.
Which rooms have the best views at Alexia?
If available, ask for a top floor room (floor 4) facing the side street — you get some mountain views over Huacho without the dust and roar of the main road. Or a rear room looks over the inner block patios (quieter, but no view).
What are insider tips for staying at Alexia?
1. Parking is on the street or in a small lot at the back — ask reception to secure a space before you arrive, as Huacho street spots fill by 7pm. 2. Check-in is slow — arrive after 2pm and bring a printed booking; they sometimes struggle with digital confirmations.
What time is check-in at Alexia?
Check-in at Alexia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Alexia have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and corridors; paid upgrade to faster speed costs 15 PEN per day per device; login via paper slip at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Alexia?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Alexia?
A set lunch menu (menú) at a local eatery costs about 10-15 soles.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Alexia?
A mototaxi ride within town costs around 3-5 soles; from Lima's airport take a bus to Huacho for about 25 soles.
When is the best time to visit Huacho?
December to March: warm, dry summer weather for the beaches at nearby Playa Paraíso, plus lower humidity than Lima.
Top Attractions in Huacho
💡 Busy on weekends with families and couples; weekdays are quieter for a relaxing stroll. No entrance fee.
💡 Check if the free guided tour in Spanish is running—staff often appreciate a small voluntary tip. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am–5pm.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the cathedral facade. Street-food stalls sell picarones (fried pumpkin dough) for 2 soles.
💡 Free to walk the shoreline and watch flamingos and herons. Bring your own water and snacks—no vendors on site.
💡 Entry is 5 soles (less than £1). Go early to avoid heat and tour the site before 10am. Rough ground so wear sturdy shoes.